: L.A.-Based Emo Supergroup Car Underwater Unleash Video for Cathartic New Single"Waiting (For The Rope To Slip)"

Whether it's from their triumphant debut EP Dagger Breaks Window, from their recent UK debut supporting Bring Me The Horizon's Count Your Blessings anniversary shows, or their impending tour with fellow rising stars Static Dress and I Promised The World, CAR UNDERWATER have had their hands in all things emo. Now, to satiate fans along the way, they deliver "Waiting (For The Rope To Slip)." It's an angular anthem that builds up to the breakdown. 

Watch the video below.

The single arrives ahead of the sleeper-hit emo tour of 2026, which is not to be missed. Supporting genre juggernaut Static Dress alongside fellow metalcore rising stars I Promised The World, the Injury Episode USA Tour kicks off November 4 in Detroit and will hit a slew of major cities including Portland, Los Angeles, Austin, Atlanta, and New York, NY, with appearances from special guests Concealer, Sherane, and septemberistheonlytimeidontthinkofyou.

Comprised of vocalist Max Epstein (Photographic Memory, Wisp, Jane Remover), guitarist Sonny Foster, drummer Zach CapittiFenton (Photographic Memory, Wisp), bassist Nolan Nunes(Ghostemane) and Australian producer, keyboardist, and vocalist Darcy Baylis(Ninajirachi, daine, After), the band taps into the nostalgia receptors via inspiration from third-wave emo icons such as From First To Last, Underoath, and Thursday, all the while exploring thoroughly contemporary song structures and techniques to bring sounds from the past firmly into the future. The result is their own DNA-distinct sound that is destined to break through in 2027.

CAR UNDERWATER LIVE:
WITH STATIC DRESS + I PROMISED THE WORLD:

11/04 — Detroit, MI — The Shelter
11/05 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge
11/06 — Minneapolis, MN — Amsterdam Bar & Hall
11/07 — North Kansas City, MO — The Rino
11/09 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater
11/10 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall
11/11 — Boise, ID — The Shredder
11/12 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon
11/13 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
11/15 — Berkeley, CA — Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music
11/16 — Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
11/17 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent Theatre
11/18 — Phoenix, AZ — Nile Theater
11/20 — Austin, TX — Mohawk
11/21 — Dallas, TX — South Side Music Hall
11/22 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall Downstairs
11/24 — Orlando, FL — The Abbey
11/25 — Miami, FL — Lincoln's Beard Brewing
11/27 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade (Hell)
11/28 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
11/29 — Washington, DC — The Atlantis
11/30 — Cleveland, OH — Mahall's
12/02 — New York City, NY — Bowery Ballroom
12/03 — Brooklyn, NY — Elsewhere
12/04 — Philadelphia, PA — Underground Arts
12/05 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
12/06 — Boston, MA — The Sinclair

Atlanta Rap–Rock Band Silly Goose to Play a Late-Night Set Inside Denny's

Atlanta rap-rock band SILLY GOOSE will play a free pop-up performance inside the Denny's location at 5534 Jimmy Carter Blvd in Norcross, Ga. on Saturday, November 7. 

Doors open at 9:30pm and the band plays from 9:45 to 10:30pm. There are no tickets and no guest list. Admission is first come, first served, until the restaurant reaches capacity.

The restaurant's dining room will close to regular service at 6:30pm. and reopen at 11pm.

WHEN:
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026

WHERE:
Denny's
5534 Jimmy Carter Blvd.
Norcross, GA 30093

ADDITIONAL CONTEXT:
Silly Goose crashed the 2026 Denny's Franchisee Association Convention in September, calling on the Brand to "bring back live music at Denny's," a nod to Live Without’s 2013 set at a Denny's in Houston, a video of which later went viral as ''The Denny's Grand Slam.''

ABOUT SILLY GOOSE:
Never content to sit still on the sidelines, Atlanta's Silly Goose slip through styles with a slick swagger. They're salty enough to bust out a rap-rock banger that could just as easily light up the phones at TRL back in the day or the pit at Sonic Temple next year. At the same time, their emotionally charged melodies are smooth enough to get stuck in your head and stay there.  Boasting an intoxicating blend of heavy metal, hip-hop, and alternative, they might steal your girl on one track, escape from prehistoric predators on another, or slyly address society’s struggles on the next.  Stacking millions of streams, earning widespread acclaim, and packing houses on tour, the group—Jackson Foster [vocals], Alan Benikhis [drums], and Ian Binion [guitar]—consistently flip the script without apology on their second full-length LP and Blue Grape Music debut, Keys To The City, available everywhere.

Dethwish Released "Ruby" on 10/31 + Touring This Fall

DETHWISH, a 26-year-old nu-metal x hyperpunk artist hailing from Connecticut and who traffics in the same scene as bands like Symposia and Cheem, has rapidly gained recognition for high-energy live performances and innovative soundscapes. The music is as gnarly as it is nihilistic, but it's delivered with purpose and the kind of earworm hooks that take up real estate in your brain for days at a time. Think Nine Inch Nails for the Gen Z and TikTok generation — and beyond.

On Halloween, Dethwish released the new album RUBY. Get it here. Ruby is essentially an extension of Dethwish's debut album, The Disappearing Act, which arrived this past spring. Two albums in one year? Yes, Dethwish is that prolific and that good. 

"Ruby is an album about losing a friend, yourself, and a girl from New Jersey on the early internet," Dethwish states.

Dethwish, who has shared the stage with notable acts such as Wargasm, Cheem, Flatwounds, Lip Critic, My Upside Down, and MKultra thus far, has announced the Ruby's Revenge Tour, which will culminate in a record release show in his native Connecticut on November 28. Get tickets here.

DETHWISH LIVE:

Ruby’s Revenge Tour  

11/4 – Los Angeles, CA
11/5 – Pomona, CA
11/6 – Las Vegas, NV
11/7 – Phoenix, AZ
11/10 – Austin, TX
11/11 – Houston, TX
11/12 – New Orleans, LA
11/15 – Miami, FL
11/16 – Orlando, FL
11/17 – Raleigh, NC
11/18 – Seaford, DE
11/20 – Philadelphia, PA
11/21 – New Brunswick, NJ
11/22 – Brooklyn, NY
11/27 – Boston, MA
11/28 – Hamden, CT

Better Noise Music Signs Rock Stalwarts Soil + Launches Band's Next Era of Dominance With New Song "Enemy X"

BETTER NOISE MUSIC is thrilled to welcome hard rock stalwarts SOiL to the label's global roster, thus launching the band's next decade of dominance. The partnership is a collision of two forces in the hard rock world who were ultimately made for one another.

"SOiL could not be more excited to sign with Better Noise Music. What can I say — they are the BEST at what they do in the music business and beyond. It's a dream come true to work with Allen Kovac and his top notch team of industry experts. We can't wait to unleash the new SOiL material to the world with them," states bassist Tim King.

 Over nearly three decades, SOiL have released seven full-length studio albums, all the while remaining a consistent touring act on the international hard rock circuit, selling over 2 million albums worldwide. 

    "SoiL are such legends in the rock genre with an impressive catalog and even more impressive collection of new material. It's an honor to welcome them to the Better Noise roster," states Lexie Viklund, Director of A&R at Better Noise.

To herald the new era, the band has also shared the new song "ENEMY X." Listen here.

Watch the lyric video Below:

"'Enemy X' is a song that is a voice for everything going on in the world today," explains King. "The turmoil, the fighting, the finger pointing, the negatives. So many people focus on the drama and negative aspects of life that they lose sight of the important things. That leads to anger and confusion and eventually, hatred. At the end of the day, as the lyrics to 'Enemy X' state: 'DO YOU EVEN KNOW WHO YOU’RE OUT HERE FIGHTING? DO YOU EVEN KNOW WHAT SIDE YOU’RE ON?' We want people to self-reflect, the world needs it right now."

"Enemy X" is surely the riff-forward anthem you want to accompany you on any self-reflection journey! And it's a mere taste of what's to come, as full-length is on the horizon for 2027.

Soil are touring the UK this fall with FINGER ELEVEN. All dates are below.

SOIL ON TOUR:
10/30 — Brighton, UK
10/31 — Wolverhampton, UK
11/1 — Hull, UK
11/3 — Glasgow, UK
11/4 — Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
11/5 — Burgh Castle, UK
11/6 — Nottingham, UK
11/7 — Manchester, UK
11/8 — Bradford, UK
11/10 — Northampton, UK
11/11 — Southampton, UK
11/12 — Torquay, UK
11/13 — Bristol, UK
11/14 — Camden, UK
11/15 — Margate, UK

Formed in 1997, SOiL quickly took the scene by storm. To date, they've sold over 2 million albums worldwide on the strength of career-spanning hit singles "Halo," "Unreal." "Redefine," "The Lesser Man," and "Shine On."

The band was initially signed to J Records (BMG) by music industry legend Clive Davis, the man who signed legendary acts like Pink Floyd and Aerosmith.  SOiL's major label debut Scars which was released in September 2001. MTV airplay, the Metal Edge Reader's Choice Award for "Next Big Thing," and tours with Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie propelled the band to arena stages. 2004 saw the release of re.de.fine, which the the band spent a year on the road in support of, cementing their status as road warriors and a live act not to be missed.

True Self (2006) and Picture Perfect (2009) followed, proving that SOiL were here to stay. Whole arrived in 2013 and was met with continued radio support, and the band released the greatest hits collection Scream: The Essentials in 2017. It included alternate versions of familiar material, allowing SOiL to indulge their creative sides. Play It Forward, a collection of covers, landed in 2023. In addition to covers of classics from White Zombie and Motorhead, as well as the Ramones, the band offered a unique twist on Halsey's smash hit "Nightmare."

Which brings us to today — a respected, consistent career of hard hitting anthems, inimitable drive, an Iron Man work ethic, and proven touring track record. SOiL will continue to elevate with a new label partner by its side. Better Noise has consistently invested in guitar-driven music, championing both legendary acts and the genre's next wave. Welcoming SOiL to the roster reinforces a commitment to keeping heavy music thriving, proving there's still a place where iconic bands can evolve, release meaningful new music, and continue shaping the future of modern rock.

SOIL ARE:
Ryan McCombs — Vocals
Tim King — Bass
Adam Zadel — Guitar
TJ Taylor — Drums

SOIL ONLINE:
 WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY

RinRin Drops Anti-Santa Christmas Anthem "It's Christmas Time"

FEARLESS RECORDS recently welcomed Australian alt pop x rock artist RINRIN to the label's global roster.

She has shared her super irreverent, mega-catchy, super fun yet lyrically thoughtful anti-Santa Christmas anthem, "It's Christmas Time." 

Watch the video below. 

"We're told Santa gives presents to all the kids? Well what about poor kids, homeless kids, orphans?," RinRin asks. "They won't get that same treatment. This song is about the rage felt by these kids who have their hopes broken by the injustice of Santa."

 "It's Christmas Time" is not your typical holiday track spreading merriment and Yuletide cheer. And that's why you will absolutely love it! It might be the most wonderful time of the year but RinRin is far more content being on Santa's naughty list and receiving a stocking full of coal. While Christmas songs are often celebratory, RinRin embraces delightful darkness with "It's Christmas Time." Explosive breakdowns, eruptive riffs, and "f" bombs are generously sprinkled among her soaring vocal melodies, shimmering synths, and mirthful sleigh bells. RinRin flips the bird to Christmas conventions like Santa and his seemingly arbitrary giving of gifts, so be sure and add this one to your holiday playlist!

F**k "Jingle Bells." RinRin ain't having any of that!

It's easy to see why Fearless has scooped RinRin up and signed her! She doesn't just blur genre lines — she completely obliterates them like a head-on collision into hyper-pop, fuchsia-soaked madness. Her label debut "fever dream" is a whirlwind that is perfect for the TikTok generation in search of its next North Star. It landed New Music Friday across eight countries when it dropped. Her musical style and songs feel like their own elaborate universe, weaving together soaring euphoric melodies, blistering guitar work, pulsing electronics, and emotionally charged lyricism into an experience that's equally suited for a festival main stage, an anime opening sequence, or a late-night drive with the windows down. Watch the video for "fever dream," which mixes animation and live footage.

gracie Shares Video for "Sucker"

Tooth & Nail Records singer/songwriter gracie released her new album Miss Misfortunately during the summer. Get it here. The album is also now available on vinyl at this location.

She shares the vampire rom com-themed video for "SUCKER." It will remind you of all your favorite classic teen flicks, set to an ebullient, bouncy, feel good melody. Watch it below.

"Y2K fans got together to embody all of our favorites — Scream, Twilight, theTeen Wolf series, Buffy — all to give you this seriously important message: Don’t be a 'Sucker,' gracie says.

If you need more gracie in your life — and let's be honest, who doesn't need more Gracie in their life? — check out her shimmering, vocal-forward cover of Michael Jackson's pop classic "Human Nature" here. It truly highlights her absolutely stunning voice.

More music, including holiday music, is on the way from gracie, so stay tuned.

gracie pens songs out of deep necessity. Her music holds the kind of truth usually only reserved for late-night conversations between lifelong friends. No subject is off the table. Instead, songwriting turns the key to unlock her heart, letting unfiltered feelings and raw recollections spill out on tape. She projects these emotions against a backdrop of artful alternative pop spiked with rock grit and indie intentionality. Embracing her most formative inspirations and pulling no punches, gracie steps into who she always endeavored to be as an artist.

"I'm not making music because I want to be successful; I'm making music because I have to," she affirms. "I need to tell an authentic story. Sonically, it's a collection of everything that’s influenced me. I'm ready to express so many thoughts I hadn’t been given permission to express before. The record is about being human, laughing at yourself, telling scary stories, and holding nothing back. It's who I am as an artist."

As a kid, music surrounded gracie. At five-years-old, she regularly performed home concerts for her family. She graduated from listening to Camp Rock and High School Musical to Céline Dion, Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston and the likes. Along the way, she honed her voice through vocal lessons and filled journals with original songs. Watching a Taylor Swift thanksgiving special marked a pivotal turning point though. Within 15 minutes afterwards, she had crafted a song "Be Mine"—impressing her parents so much they burned it to CDs and she sold it to family and friends. By middle school, she had found herself on regular writing trips to Los Angeles, gaining invaluable experience. Simultaneously, her palette diversified and she obsessed over favorite bands, including Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Sleeping with Sirens, Pierce the Veil, and State Champs. 

Not long after getting married, the music told her where to go next. She had always wanted to address the aftershocks of a past brutal breakup, but she never had the forum to properly do so until now.

"This breakup was monumental in my life, and I held onto these ideas for years," she admits. "I had gotten with a new team in 2025, and everybody backed my vision. I decided to go back to how I felt and close the chapter of the story."

Throughout 2025, gracie collaborated closely with producer Austin Davis at his Nashville studio. Bonding over a mutual passion for early 2000's rock bands, they built a solid musical foundation and began working on Gracie's forthcoming album together.

Ultimately, though, gracie's songs might just mirror how you feel.

"Music has gotten me out of so many dark places in my life," she states.  "No matter the situation you're in, I hope to give you whatever you need, whether it’s healing, growth, or self-reflection...Maybe you'll see a part of yourself in it and feel less alone."

AIM Award-Winning Artist Native James Releases "Dumb Bruddah" Video

Hot on the heels of winning One To Watch at the AIM Independent Music Awards, NATIVE JAMES  releases his brand new defiant single, "DUMB BRUDDAH" via SharpTone Records.

Listen here.

Opening with an old school style nu-metal riff, the track explodes into Native's signature vocals, commanding attention from the off. Native has also revealed the official music video, which sees him pay homage to classic '00s nu-metal videos, including the recreation of the renowned scene from Korn's "Freak On A Leash." Filmed and directed by Thomas Brooker, watch the video below.

Native explains,"'DUMB BRUDDAH' is about that inner feeling where you’re at your limit. You've had enough; enough of people treating you like shit, like they don’t care, like you're worth nothing. This a call out to those people that disregard you, put you down and make you feel weak. Taking the power and standing up for yourself when you’ve hit that limit." 

This summer saw the grime/metal rising star return with new music, freshly signed to his new label home SharpTone Records. His galvanizing single "Never Been Scared" packs a punch straight out the gate, and features grime legend Frisco who is best known for being a member of collective, Boy Better Know. Listen here. Native also revealed the official music video, which can be seen here. Teaming up once again with his long-time collaborator, the striking black and white visuals were directed by Reece Selvadorai.  

Native had a jam-packed summer, playing festivals such as Download, where Native welcomed Frisco onto the stage to perform their track "Never Been Scared," and also Professor Green to showcase their track "BLOCK - RR " live in front of a raucous crowd. He also performed at 2000 Trees, Latitude, and international festivals such as Paaspop in the Netherlands, Rock La Mures in Romania, and the huge Pohoda festival in Slovakia. This year has also seen him support the likes of Enter Shikari, Don Broco, Nova Twins, and Hyphen. 

Native James is a genre-bending artist hailing from Ipswich, combining grime, rap, punk, rock, and metal. His unique sound is instantly recognizable, and perfectly complements his lyrical prowess. Native has quickly become one to watch on the live scene, gathering an ever-growing rabid fanbase. Building a community and uniting people is something incredibly significant for Native, and a key element of his live show. Signing to SharpTone and the release of Never Been Scared marks an incredibly enthralling new chapter for the artist; it's impossible to ignore the huge and innovative waves that Native James has already been making, and he's only just getting started so watch this space...

ARISING EMPIRE MEDIA ALERT: THE DARK.FM release new single ‘Redline’ featuring Kent Osbourne — WATCH // BLOOD COMMAND Share New Song — LISTEN

Los Angeles-based outfit THE DARK.FM have today released the video for the explosive new single "Redline," featuring genre-defying U.S. rapper Kent Osbourne.

Watch the video below.

Following the release of "Thai Angel" and their recent appearances at both Furnace Fest and Sick New World Festival, "Redline" sees the THE DARK.FM push their sound into an even more aggressive territory, combining crushing low-end riffs, dense electronic production and Osbourne's rapid-fire vocal delivery.

Speaking of the new single, vocalist Craig Johns Jr. shares, ''I first heard Kent Osborne's music a few years ago when we were set to play a show together, and became a fan on the spot. He's doing some seriously cool shit. As I was building out the instrumental for ''Redline,'' it was becoming pretty clear there wouldn't be any singing on it, and I was set on the idea of having him jump on it with me. The man's a powerhouse, he has all these different voices, and can come up with whole verses in seconds; it was a blast to record. The song started with this giant Drop-E riff, which became the intro and chorus, and then I wanted the verses to sound like the song was exploding so I put a distortion right on the mix bus, set up to saturate when the verse kick hits so it breaks up while he’s rapping. It comes together as this hyper-aggressive track, densely layered, electronic and riffy, but still leaves a lot of space for Kent's vocals. Before he left the session I had him record a ''sample pack' of spoken word lyrics from the song so I could scratch them up across the track, and that, to me, felt like the final touch it needed. Not to discount that ending, of course..''

THE DARK.FM occupy a space that has been begging to be occupied within heavy music.

A bridge between sounds, communities, and cultures that has been ready and waiting for someone to build it.

What started as a collaboration between vocalist Craig Johns Jr. and guitarist Alan Ashby that transcended music quickly became about appreciating not just moments in time, but how worlds are built. From flicking through old PlayStation magazines to grasp the visuals that defined the beginning of the millennium to scouring Rick Owens collections and pondering which daring pieces best represented their intent, the pair quickly found that the strands connecting their passions for music, fashion, and film were deeply intertwined. Throw in childhoods spent being obsessed with The Matrix as much as Slipknot, Korn and Limp Bizkit, as well as a shared appreciation for the universe created within Cyberpunk 2077, and the foundations for something truly exploratory were in place.

The first pieces of those exploratory pursuits resulted in 2025's The Dark EP, a frenzied blend of rampant beats, guttural breakdowns and uncanny croons, its tracks racking up over 3 million streams, as well as festival appearances at Vans Warped Tour, Sick New World, and Furnace Fest.

THE DARK.FM LIVE:
12/9 — Los Angeles, CA — The Roxy
1/24/27 — 1/30/27 — SHIPROCKED Hard Rock Vacation

The Artery Foundation's KVDE and DONTYOUDARE Collide on Collab Track "Fake"

Two of THE ARTERY FOUNDATION's most promising bands — DONT YOU DARE and KVDE — are colliding with an epic collaborative track titled "FAKE."

Bounce? Check.
Boundless Grooves? Check.
Breakdowns galore? Check.

Listen below.

"Working with DYD on this record was honestly a unique and fun experience, especially considering it was the first time I'd ever collaborated on a song completely remotely," KVDE says. "Every session was just me, Noah and Matt on Discord throwing ideas back and forth and tracking them in real time. They're both insanely talented at what they do, and I've personally been wanting to create something with them since the first time I ever heard them."

He continues, "Lyrically, 'Fake' is about that moment when you start seeing through someone. The way people can create an entire version of themselves for the world to see while hiding who they really are underneath. I think we've all experienced people who say the right things, play the right part and make you believe they’re genuine, until eventually the cracks start to show. This song is really about recognizing that facade for what it is and reaching the point where you’re done playing along with it."

DONT YOU DARE's Noah Duarte weighs in, saying, "Finally getting to work with KVDE was absolutely amazing. It was a challenging but ultimately rewarding journey and just seeing someone who is so talented take your idea and warp them in their own ways to make something completely unique! Be that Kade interpreting Matt’s guitar parts to me taking Kade's melodies and putting my own little spin on it. We were all just chilling in Discord making something awesome at the end of the day."Duarte finishes, "The song to me is about the fake nature of people who want to use you for their own gain, leeches feeding off each other, fake friends that hop from one friend to another; lost, it’s about recognizing it before it happens to you. Reality is what you make it, people can make a fake world out of nothing."

DYD LIVE DATES:
WITH OF MICE & MEN, MOTHICA, + HOLLOW PACT:

11/19 — Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
11/20 — San Diego, CA — House of Blues San Diego
11/21 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades

The Next Rock Stars Shouldn't Have To Drop Out — Let There Be Rock Academy Fuses Musical Ambition With Diploma-Earning Education

For generations, aspiring musicians have been told that at some point they have to choose: The classroom or the stage. Education or passion. The diploma or the dream.

Let There Be Rock Schools and NPU America believe the next rock star shouldn't have to make that choice or to view music as merely an extracurricular activity.

Today, the two organizations announced the launch of Let There Be Rock Academy, a new dual-path educational program where aspiring musicians can seriously develop their craft while completing a personalized academic program leading to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

The school is scheduled to officially launch in September 2027, with enrollment already open. Go here to learn more.

While traditional education often treats music as something that happens after the ''real work'' is finished, Let There Be Rock Academy flips that thinking with a progressive concept that completed changes the game.

The idea is simple: The next rock star shouldn't have to drop out of school to chase the dream by fusing the things that have traditionally competed for a student's time: Music and academics.

Through the Academy, students will experience Let There Be Rock Schools' immersive approach to music education—mastering their instruments, playing in bands, performing live, and developing a deeper understanding of the music industry.

At the same time, NPU America provides a flexible and personalized academic experience — grades are designed to work alongside each student's musical ambitions. Students can earn the credits required for the OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) while building an academic foundation for post-secondary opportunities around the world.

''This is about removing the idea that young musicians eventually have to choose between getting serious about their music and getting serious about their education,'' said Scott Maceron (Founder & CEO, LET THERE BE ROCK SCHOOLS). ''Let There Be Rock Academy gives them the opportunity to go all-in on both.''

''Education should expand a student’s possibilities, not limit them,'' said Scott McLeod Founder & CEO, NPU America. "By creating Let There Be Rock Academy together, we provide academic accountability and flexibility that students need to pursue what drives them, while keeping their future opportunities wide open."

Whether their future leads to the stage, studio, music industry, university, or somewhere entirely different, Let There Be Rock Academy is designed to help students develop their talent through education.

LTBR Academy will be hosting Information Sessions. Interested parties can join in person and o meet the team and answer questions.

LTBR Information Session 1:
LTBR Maryland
November 9 — 7pm
5732 Industry Lane
Frederick, MD

LTBR Information Session 2:
LTBR Georgia
November 11 — 7pm
840 Main Street SW
Gainesville, GA

ABOUT NPU AMERICA:
Northern Pre-University owns and operates a global network of learning centres providing in-person academic support to students pursuing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Through a flexible learning model that integrates in-person and distance education, students remain connected to their home learning centre, ensuring continuity, personalized support, accountability, and a strong sense of community throughout their academic journey.

ABOUT LET THERE BE ROCK:
Founded in 2010, Let There Be Rock Schools are rooted in the foundation that everyone has an inner rock star, whether you are 5 or 95. Music is about finding your voice, your confidence, and your people. We have been here from day one to discover hidden talents, foster natural abilities, and help grow and support friendships. In this supportive community, musicians can embrace their authentic selves and confidently express them to the world.  ​ Growing as an individual artist is essential, but we also teach our students to be a part of something bigger through our band program. We match musicians of varying skill levels of similar age and interests into bands that grow as a group and receive real-world stage performance experience throughout the year. Being part of a group encourages teamwork, creates lasting bonds and strong communities, and helps our musicians find that true sense of belonging. Our instructors are all elite musicians who share the Let There Be Rock Schools ideals both in and out of the classroom and on and off the stage. Their real-world performance and gigging experience bring technical skills and musician-to-musician mentorship to our students. ​We know the power music has to change lives, that’s why we do it. Whether it is your first time picking up an instrument or you have some experience and want to join the band, we’re the community you've been searching for. ​​ ​​​​

THE HU CELEBRATE LIVING HERITAGE, DIALOGUE, + PEACE AT SPECIAL UNESCO EVENT

Acclaimed Mongolian rock legends The HU took the stage at a UN event to celebrate the vital role of culture and artists in fostering global harmony, dialogue, and intercultural understanding.

The "Pump Up The Volume For Peace" event highlighted UNESCO's mission to safeguard living heritage and cultural diversity across the globe, while underscoring the band's ongoing dedication to humanitarian values.

During the event at UNESCO's Paris headquarters, the band performed songs from their recent album, HUN, and announced a donation to UNESCO supported by their global fanbase, reaffirming their shared mission to protect tangible and intangible cultural traditions for future generations.

Galaa, lead throat singer and Morin Khuur player for The HU, said: "We are very grateful to be donating back to UNESCO with the help of our fans and promoting peace in our messaging.

"On this event, we hope to not only inspire people to keep their history alive by using their ancient instruments to create depth but also hope to promote peace across the world in this tumultuous time. Everyone's voice matters and we want every one of you to use your unique voice to inspire others and promote peace."

Founded in 2016 in Ulaanbaatar, The HU have earned worldwide acclaim for pioneering "Hunnu Rock," a groundbreaking genre that fuses heavy metal and rock with traditional Mongolian instrumentation and vocal techniques. Their explosive performances showcase centuries-old traditions, including the Khöömei throat-singing technique, the tsuur flute, and the Morin Khuur (horsehead fiddle), all inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

The band's name derives from the Mongolian root word for "human being," mirroring their deep-seated humanistic commitment. Through their lyrics and international platform, The HU actively champions vital social causes, including environmental protection, respect for diversity, gender equality, and cultural identity, while working to preserve endangered regional dialects at risk of disappearing.

In recognition of their international impact and cultural advocacy, The HU were designated as UNESCO Artists for Peace in November 2022. This prestigious title recognised their extraordinary contribution to promoting Mongolian cultural heritage on the world stage and advancing UNESCO's core values of mutual understanding and dialogue. The band members also serve as Cultural Envoys of Mongolia and are recipients of the Order of Genghis Khan, Mongolia's highest state honor.

Turning the page on what promises to be a bold creative chapter, undo the Hunnu Rock pioneers THE HU — Galaa (morin khuur, throat singing), Jaya (tumur khuur, tsuur, throat singing), Enkush (morin khuur, throat singing), and Temka (tovshuur, throat singing) — released their third full-length album, HUN, on July 24 via BETTER NOISE MUSIC. The album contains 11 songs that connect the world to Mongolian culture and its unique core values of natural preservation and spiritual connection with the earth.

The band is currently playing the final shows of their "Warrior Chant Tour," which brought them across 22 cities in Europe and the United Kingdom, thrilling their crowds with breathtaking performances of new songs and well-known fan favorites.

Swedish Powerhouses DYNAZTY Sign with Napalm Records!

DYNAZTY dive head-first into a new chapter by signing with Napalm Records. In the years since their formation, the band has walked a path unlike other bands. With the first album with their new label, Dark Arts, coming March 5, 2027, the Swedish masters of melodies invite listeners on a journey of their own. Reaching far beyond what they have crafted before and evolving as musicians and songwriters as well as people, DYNAZTY explore the darkness of the human condition. Throughout twelve new songs, Dark Arts takes us by the hand and guides us into the deepest depth of our psyche — and safely back out again.

DYNAZTY about the signing:
''We are greatly excited about joining forces with Napalm Records for this next phase of DYNAZTY. A label and team that understands this band and shows real enthusiasm and willingness to invest time, effort, and muscle into it is exactly what we have been looking for for a long time! We're off to a great start already with Dark Arts and can't wait to keep going!''

Along with the album announcement comes the first single: "The Mission" serves modern power metal melodies in heroic bombast, set to stay in your head for a long time — the dynamic voice of Nils Molin (also Amaranthe) will make sure of that. DYNAZTY's own next mission lies in their upcoming tour supporting metal legends ACCEPT celebrating their 50th anniversary ‚ with genre icons recognizing younger heroes, the Swedish quintet is set for a bright future.

DYNAZTY about "The Mission":
'''The Mission' is a song about the relentless nature of the human spirit to overcome obstacles and insurmountable hardships. One of the first songs we wrote for the album and a great first showing of the album Dark Arts — 'The Mission' is a DYNAZTY anthem we feel strongly for. Enjoy and stay tuned for a whole lot more!''

Watch the Official Music Video for "The Mission" Below:

With their tenth full-length, DYNAZTY have melodic metal and power metal shake hands in a suspenseful opus. 12 songs, masterfully diverse and focused in their separate goals, unveil the darkest parts of the human soul and contrast them with a certain sense of hope in our humanity. Dark Arts expands the band's mighty reach in two equally vast acts, showing DYNAZTY at the top of their game.

DYNAZTY about Dark Arts:
''We set out with a clear goal when writing Dark Arts. And in the efforts and quest of creating the most all-encompassing and ultimate DYNAZTY experience and album yet, we drove ourselves further than we've ever done before, close to the brink of exhaustion and literal madness while touring for Game Of Faces concurrently with writing this one. But I do think that we ultimately clawed our way over the finish line and completed our mission, because to me at least, Dark Arts is the band's most accomplished work and something we feel genuinely proud of. 

"And to make a long story shorter and sum up the album in fewer words: It's one hell of a melodic heavy metal ride and journey from start to finish. The band is firing on all cylinders on this one — don't sleep on it!

P.S.: If you are looking for the real deep dive experience on the concept of the album, look no further than the Deluxe Version of Dark Arts with two extra songs and fantastic artwork by Péter Sallai. Highly recommended!"

Get Your Copy Of Dark Arts NOW!

''Lay Down The Law'' kicks off the first of two acts and starts the descent with a melody equally powerful and catchy. DYNAZTY are marching towards the abyss, and they're doing it quickly, hammering in every note and elusively joyful keyboard line on their way. The title track is reached early: ''Dark Arts'' is, just like its lyrics say, ''striking at the speed of the light'' and especially charming with its nostalgic melodies. ''Valkyrie'' picks up on the earworm qualities of its predecessors with ease while also mirroring the steady path further into inner darkness through its instrumentals. Merely the heroic feeling assures listeners that Dark Arts will offer a way out. Following, ''Red Herring'' lures with prominent drum beats and instantly catchy singalong passages right from the start. Also featuring dizzyingly high vocals by frontman Nils Molin, its catchiness is not at all a red herring, but a herald of Dark Arts' mesmerizing power. DYNAZTY slow down with ''Call On Me'' while losing none of their impact. From its gentle intro to soaring chorus, the song takes listeners ''to the edge of the waterfall of the human soul'', the music a reassuring companion. Fully committing to an emotional waltz time, ''The Unraveling'' is just as encouraging as ''Mirror of the Soul'' right after, whose strong climaxing structure marks the start of the album's second act, the ascent. ''The Mission'' serves heroic bombast, successfully designed to stay in your head for a long time. ''Shadow of the Abyss'' adds a rave vibe and dark riffs to DYNAZTY's gripping new album, yet again molding it into a convincing track by pairing it with Molin's equally dynamic voice. ''Candlelight Mysteria'' feels like a warm embrace in its fantastical storytelling, whereas ''Broken Enigma'' unfolds as a sweepingly infectious and fun track. Wrapping up the album is ''Dark Matter," which grows from a slow symphonic opening into grand storytelling. Everything falls into place as DYNAZTY connect the previous compositions into one all-encompassing epic.

DYNAZTY LIVE:
WITH ACCEPT + ENFORCER:
11/19 — Leipzig, DE — Haus Auensee
11/20 — Lingen, DE — Emsland Arena
11/21 — Oberhausen, DE — Turbinenhalle
11/22 — Paris, FR — L’Olympia
11/24 — Balingen, DE — Volksbankmesse
11/25 — Lyon, FR — Transbordeur
11/27 — Valencia, ES — Auditorio
11/28 — Madrid, ES — La Cubierta
11/29 — Toulouse, FR — Le Bikini
12/1 — Zurich, CH — Komplex 457
12/2 — Milano, IT — Alcatraz
12/4 — Vienna, AT — Gasometer
12/5 — Zlin, CZ — Sports Hall Datart
12/6 — Budapest, HU — Barba Negra
12/8 — Berlin, DE — Uber Eats Music Hall
12/9 — Gliwice, PL — Arena Gliwice
12/11 — Hamburg, DE — Inselpark Arena
12/12 — Offenbach, DE — Stadthalle
12/13 — Brussels, BE — AB
12/15 — Herford, DE — Kulturwerk
12/16 — Tilburg, NL — O13
12/18 — Neu-Ulm, DE — Ratiopharm Arena
12/19 — Geiselwind, DE — Eventhall
12/20 — Munich, DE — Zenith

FESTIVALS:
7/30 — Harstad, NO — Rockholm Festival

DYNAZTY ARE:
Nils Molin — Lead vocals
Love Magnusson — Guitar
Mikael — Guitar
Georg Härnsten Egg — Drums
Jonathan Olsson — Bass

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH CONCLUDE NORTH AMERICAN LEG OF MASSIVE 20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR WITH MASSIVE DONATIONS

Five Finger Death Punch, the multi-platinum, record-breaking hard rock powerhouse, is celebrating the conclusion of the North American leg of its massive 20th Anniversary World Tour with a $200,000 donation in support of Team USA athletes preparing for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Throughout the tour, the band allocated a portion of every ticket sold to the initiative, joining forces with its fans to support athletes representing USA Judo and USA Cycling BMX Racing + BMX Freestyle programs.

Unlike many other nations, the United States does not provide direct federal funding to its Olympic and Paralympic teams, making private contributions essential to supporting American athletes as they train and compete on the world stage.

On Friday, October 23, during the final night of the tour at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, Five Finger Death Punch celebrated the initiative by presenting $200,000 to USA Judo and USA Cycling.

PHOTO CREDIT: CRAIG HUNTER ROSS/LIVE NATION

Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory shares, "We cheer for our athletes when they step onto the world stage representing our country, but we also want to stand behind them during the years of work it takes to get there.

"I started judo at nine years old, and I still compete today. I know what it can give a person, how it shapes your mind, builds discipline, and teaches you to face adversity. Those lessons stayed with me far beyond the mat. I’ve built a life and a career on those principles. That's why supporting USA Judo is deeply personal to me. I want more people to discover this sport, and I want the athletes who reach its highest level to have the resources to pursue their full potential. 

"Our fans' support puts us in a position to give back, and we’re grateful for that opportunity. As we close out our 2026 tour cycle, this is something we can all be proud of together, and we’ll continue building on it in 2027."

Vocalist Ivan Moody says, "As a kid, I remember wanting to pursue a life amongst the BMX greats. My bike wasn't a toy; it was my best homie, my key to freedom. My balance. Music is where my heart belongs. But there are moments where I still dream the dream by watching the new world of riders as they evolve and continue to grow with the sport. In 5FDP, we get to live our dream because of the love and the support we receive from our fans. To be able to donate to a cause this close to my heart... let's just say, I feel like I'm donating to that young boy that is still riding quarter pipes and learning combos with his friends. Full circle. GO USA. Roll Out."

As always, Five Finger Death Punch keep looking ahead. The group just unleashed their brand-new 10th studio album, Legacy. It's available on all DSPs and in various physical configurations, including limited-edition vinyl, CD, and cassette variants featuring exclusive artwork, available now HERE.

Its latest single "Nails In The Coffin" recently vaulted into the Top 10 at Rock Radio where it continues to hold strong. The band just unleashed the music video for "Nails In The Coffin." Watch it Below. Revolver praised the track's blend of battering riffs and melody driven by Moody's introspective vocal performance, while Loudwire called it "a furious opening statement for the new album cycle." It follows the visual for "Legacy." Watch it HERE. 

Since its digital release in July, Legacy has already yielded over 60 million streams and counting. Upon release, the album claimed spots on 18 international charts. Most notably, it vaulted to #2 on the US Top Digital Albums Chart. On Spotify, it hit #6 on the US Top Albums Chart and #8 globally.

20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR:
UK + Europe Tour Dates 2027:

1/16 — Manchester, UK — AO Arena
1/17 — Glasgow, UK — OVO Hydro Arena
1/19 — Dublin, IE — 3Arena
1/22 — Birmingham, UK — BP Pulse Arena
1/23 — London, UK — O2 Arena
1/26 — Düsseldorf, DE — PSD Arena
1/27 — Hamburg, DE — Barclays Arena
1/29 — Lodz, PL — Atlas Arena
1/31 — Prague, CZ — O2 Arena *^
2/2 — Munich, DE — Olympiahalle
2/4 — Stuttgart, DE — Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
2/7 — Amsterdam, NL — AFAS Arena
2/8 — Brussels, BE — Vorst National
2/10 — Paris, FR — Accor Arena
2/12 — Zürich, CH — Hallenstadion
2/14 — Vienna, AT — Stadthalle
2/16 — Berlin, DE — Uber Arena
2/17 — Copenhagen, DK — Royal Arena *
2/19 — Oslo, NO — Unity Arena
2/20 — Stockholm, SE — Avicii Arena
2/22 — Helsinki, FI — Veikkaus Arena
*Without Lamb Of God  |  ^ With Dymytry

Solid State Welcomes What Lies Below to the Roster + Band Shares "Return to Nothing" — WATCH + LISTEN

SOLID STATE RECORDS is thrilled to welcome Harrisburg, PA-based band WHAT LIES BELOW — Andrew Watson (vocals); Mike Watson (vocals/guitar); Sam Hart (guitar); and Jonah Luteman (drums) — to the label's roster.

The band shares the video for its debut single for the label, titled "RETURN TO NOTHING." Watch the video for the spawning, atmospheric, and heavier-than-granite track, which is also laced with synths, below.

"'Return to Nothing' is written from the perspective of escaping the dark of I Let It Consume Me," the band says, referencing its recently released album. "The lyrics explore the struggle to escape a life weighed down by grief, isolation, and the burdens of the past. They follow a journey from darkness and despair toward awakening, with cracks in the darkness revealing glimpses of hope and a way forward."

The band will hit the road next month with Midwinter. All dates below. Get tickets here.

WHAT LIES BELOW ON TOUR:
WITH MIDWINTER:

11/5 — Rochester, NY — The Montage Music Hall
11/6 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
11/7 — Montreal, QC — Newspeak
11/8 — Toronto, ON — Hard Luck Bar
11/10 — Columbus, OH — Ace of Cups
11/11 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving Underground
11/13 — St. Louis, MO — Old Rock House
11/14 — Madison, WI — The Annex
11/15 — West Chicago, IL — The WC Social Club
11/18 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Pyramid Scheme
11/19 — Indianapolis, IN — Hoosier Dome
11/20 — Hamtramck, MI — Crypt at the Sanctuary
11/21 — Lakewood, OH — Mahall's

Deep Purple Release "Splat!" as Post-Release Single + Video — WATCH // Grand Finale of Album of Same Name

Deep Purple's new single "Splat!" is out now on all streaming and download platforms. The official music video premiered yesterday on the earMUSIC YouTube channel. Watch it below. 

"Splat!" is the title track and grand finale of the band’s current studio album SPLAT! – and brings its central idea full circle. At the heart of SPLAT! is a concept conceived by singer Ian Gillan: Rather than treating the end as destruction, the album imagines it as transformation — a metamorphosis beyond physical existence.

Splat! follows "Arrogant Boy," "Diablob," and "Guilt Trippin,'" the three singles that preceded the release of SPLAT! on July 3. Recorded with producer Bob Ezrin, Deep Purple's 24th studio album follows the band's previous four studio albums, all of which reached Number 1 in multiple countries.

Collectors can look forward to a special physical release. SPLAT! is now available for pre-order on limited CD Digisleeve (strictly limited to 3,000 copies) and limited 12-inch crystal clear vinyl (180g, 45 rpm, strictly limited to 2,500 copies), featuring two previously unreleased live recordings captured at Montreux Jazz Festival on July 13: "Scriblin' Gib'rish" from SPLAT! and "Guinnesis," the bonus track available only in the SPLAT! box set.

Deep Purple are currently on the European arena leg of the SPLAT! World Tour, which comprises 86 shows across 28 countries on three continents. After dates across Europe the tour concludes in South America in December.

Tickets are available via Deep Purple’s official website HERE.

Dragony Drop New Song "I Have the Power" — LISTEN + WATCH

For almost 20 years, DRAGONY have been a part of the international power metal scene, and can look back on five studio albums, one EP, and many tours all over the globe, as both a headlining and support act for bands like Ensiferum, Gamma Ray, Serenity, Freedom Call, Blind Guardian, Sonata Arctica, and many more.

2024 saw the release of the most recent album Hic Svnt Dracaenas and the band is currently working heavily on a successor album following intensive touring activities, like the 2025 Japan tour as special guest for Twilight Force and an extensive European tour as support for Ensiferum in early 2026. Dragony wanted to shorten the wait for the fans for the new album by releasing some new music.

As singer and band founder Siegfried Samer is a known fan of the Masters of the Universe cartoons of the 1980s (after all, the band's third album even carries the title Masters of the Multiverse as an homage), and since this year finally saw the release of Travis Knight's excellent Masters of the Universe movie adaptation, the band decided to once again pay tribute to this beloved franchise by recording a cover version of the title song to the 1985 He-Man and She-Ra crossover film The Secret of the Sword.

The band wishes all fans a lot of fun with the new song, and will return shortly with more details surrounding the upcoming new album, the first to fully feature new additional singer Maria Nesh alongside frontman Samer.

Stay glorious — you have the power!

Stream it here.

Watch the visualizer and listen to the song Below:

DRAGONY LIVE:

SYMPHONIC METAL NIGHTS WITH TEMPERANCE:
4/2 — Vienna, AT — Szene 4/4 — Graz, AT — Explosiv

BAD WOLVES RELEASE NEW VERSION OF "JOLENE" FEATURING DOLLY PARTON

Bad Wolves have released "Jolene” (with Dolly Parton) through Better Noise Music [Stream HERE]. The new recording pairs the band's hard-rock take on Parton's 1974 iconic hit, this time with her own vocals included. This new version was made with the support and approval of the Estate of Dolly Parton. Like the original cover version released on August 31, proceeds will be donated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library — committed to improving early childhood literacy around the world.

Before her passing, Bad Wolves shared their cover of “Jolene” with Dolly and her team. Since the release of the original cover, Dolly's team helped bring her voice to the track, supplying previously recorded stems mixed for this release by Kent Wells.

Earlier this month, Bad Wolves and Better Noise Music joined Dolly's team at NOZ Studios to hear the finished track together for the first time. The session inspired the band to pay it forward. They invited students from Nashville’s School of Rock to appear alongside them in the official music video. [Watch BELOW].

"Bad Wolves and the kids from The School Of Rock performed 'Jolene' with raw passion, heavy grit, and zero compromise. This is the same independent spirit Dolly Parton used to build The Imagination Library from the ground up. Having witnessed the challenges her own father faced with illiteracy, Dolly didn't wait for someone else to fix the problem, she used her platform to make a difference. She found a way to start sending free books to children to promote literacy and a love of reading because it was important to her. Right now, Dolly’s foundation, The School Of Rock, and Bad Wolves are calling on every artist to honor Dolly's legacy by using their platform to support this effort and make a difference in children’s lives. Leverage your independent strength to help give the next generation the future they deserve," says Better Noise Music chairman Allen Kovac.

"Being able to raise money for Dolly's charity is an honor, and being able to work with the kids from the Nashville School of Rock was an amazing experience," states Bad Wolves' John Boecklin.

“At School of Rock, our mission is to enrich lives through performance-based music education while building a passionate community of students and instructors. Dolly Parton has long been a favorite artist within our school—not only because of her extraordinary musical legacy, but also because of the joy she has brought to generations of fans and her enduring commitment to education. Supporting the Imagination Library through this project is a meaningful way to celebrate Dolly, give back to a cause she champions, and express our deep admiration for her legacy. Our students were thrilled to be part of creating this video, and their energy, enthusiasm, and genuine desire to support the cause made the experience especially rewarding. Dolly Parton will always be a ROCKSTAR at the Nashville School of Rock, and we are proud to honor her legacy through the power of music and the next generation of performers," enthuses Angie McCreight, Owner of Nashville School Of Rock

“Jolene with Dolly Parton” is available today on all major streaming and download platforms. Every stream and every download puts more books in the hands of more kids. The official music video is also available now on music video platforms.

ABOUT DOLLY PARTON'S IMAGINATION LIBRARY
Launched in 1995, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is the world's leading early childhood book-gifting program and the flagship initiative of The Dollywood Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since its founding, the program has gifted more than 300 million free books to children across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland. Each month, the Imagination Library mails over 3 million high-quality, age-appropriate books directly to children’s homes. Every enrolled child receives one book per month from birth to age five, at no cost to families.

Inspired by her father's inability to read and write, Dolly created the Imagination Library in her hometown of Sevier County, Tennessee, to inspire a love of reading from the earliest years. In true Dolly fashion, she soon shared that dream with other communities that wanted to give their children the same opportunity to Dream More, Learn More, Care More, and Be More.

The program is made possible through the continued support of Dolly's Estate and The Dollywood Foundation, which invest in the partnerships, resources and systems that empower thousands of Local Program Partners. These local partners build awareness and provide the funding needed to cover the wholesale cost of the books and mailing for children in their communities. Together, this unique partnership helps place books into the homes—and hearts—of millions of children around the world.

For more information, visit imaginationlibrary.com.

Eva Under Fire, One of 2026's Buzziest Bands, Share Video for New Song "Starshine"

Fresh off a summer and fall tour with labelmates Five Finger Death Punch and emerging as the rock-band-to-watch of 2026, acclaimed Detroit, Michigan hard rock collective EVA UNDER FIRE unleash a brand new song and music video entitled ''Starshine'' out now via Better Noise Music. 

Listen to the single HERE.

Watch the video BELOW.

Booming stadium-ready drums set the tempo for the track. A hummable guitar lead wraps around the rhythm like a python, squeezing tighter until frontwoman Amanda Lyberg's alternately soulful and commanding vocals take hold. The tension increases, and she recognizes, "In the shadows, I'm a prisoner of my own head.'' The energy swings into the jet stream of a soaring refrain with a lament, ''I'm in the starshine losing time.'' It illuminates the group at their brightest. 

The accompanying music video shocks the song to life on-screen, while the subject matter captures how the band sucked the marrow out of every date on the four-month trek.

Regarding the song, Lyberg said, ''When you’re up at 3am and can't sleep because something feels off… that's the 'Starshine.' Reflecting on how amazing this tour has been, I felt the song was a really great description of those post-tour blues. We wanted something that would serve as a nod to the tour, the incredible people we met and all our memories made along the way. 'Starshine' is like the superpower we discovered being on a massive tour testing ourselves on the biggest stages across the US. It's changed us. It keeps us up at night. Normal life will never feel the same, and we wouldn't have it any other way.''

To recap Eva Under Fire's unstoppable year thus far, they dropped the new album Villainous. It featured a powerhouse collaboration with In This Moment's Maria Brink. Beyond amassing millions of streams, while, in a detailed profile, RIFF Magazine marveled at how ''It didn’t take long for Eva Under Fire vocalist Amanda Lyberg to embrace her larger-than-life persona on the Detroit band’s new album, Villainous.'' 

As mentioned, the band criss-crossed the country supporting hard rock juggernaut Five Finger Death Punch in arenas and amphitheaters coast-to-coast.

Be on the lookout for more tour dates and news soon.

For all of EVA UNDER FIRE's new music, Amanda Lyberg drew on her career as a licensed therapist to foster open dialogue among the band members, empowering everyone to be heard during the recording. Her work in therapy started in 2018 when she graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Psychology and went on to work at a mental health clinic in Detroit, Transcendence Behavioral Health (owned by Dr. Stephanie Williams). That same year, her father passed away due to a fentanyl overdose. Her mother survived the same batch that killed her father and has been sober for the past six years. In addition to her thriving and busy music career, Amanda is currently a practicing psychotherapist specializing in trauma work, grief, loss, and addiction recovery.

Her story turned into a 2023 short film, My Rockstar, which used EVA UNDER FIRE music throughout and has won over 20 awards at several film fests including Orlando Film Fest, Wild Rivers Film Festival, Toronto WILDfilm Festival, and many others.

Lauded as one of SiriusXM's 2023 "Ones To Watch," EVA UNDER FIRE released their critically acclaimed debut album, LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY via Better Noise Music in 2022. Its deluxe version includes the Top 20 Active Rock radio-charting single "Unstoppable" featuring country/rock artist Cory Marks. They've toured across the globe with acts including Bush, Bad Wolves, Pop Evil, Skillet, and Finger Eleven, while also appearing at some of rock's biggest festivals including Aftershock, Inkcarceration, and Rock Fest.

EVA UNDER FIRE—who have amassed over 100 million streams and 10 million YouTube views—substantially expanded their fanbase following their featured appearance in the horror-thriller The Retaliators (Better Noise Films) and the inclusion of their single "Blow (Feat. Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills)" on the film's soundtrack. Their single "Heroin(e)" was also featured on the soundtrack for the 2020 film Sno Babies (Better Noise Films), which has over 65M global streams. "Heroin(e)" has a combined total of over six million global streams, while "Blow (Feat. Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills)" has over 41.6M global total streams.

dead7 Share "Feels Like" Single + Visualizer — WATCH

St. Louis quartet dead7 — Jason Kozik [vocals], Dexter Greer [guitar], Tim Quinn [guitar], Stephen Salyer [bass], and Zach Guinn [drums] — returned last month with the video for new single "Cannibal."

Today, the band follows with the second of this two-single drop with "Feels Like." Watch the visualizer below.

It's an anthem of self-empowerment and accountability. It opens with a starkly impactful, militaristic beat alongside spoken word-like vocals before erupting like a long-festering volcano.

"'Feels Like' goes along with the theme of navigating happiness," explains Kozak. "It's a song that defines the struggle a person may face when trying to accept who they are and how to be happy with themselves. It sometimes feels impossible when you've been in a negative headspace for so long.  When it comes to being happy, the one person that may be holding you back is yourself."

dead7 temper thick guitar-driven grooves with entrancing electronics, ethereal keys, and evocative vocals. After amassing millions of streams and building buzz independently, the band's immersive vision underscored their full-length debut LP, LOVE WHAT YOU CAN WHILE YOU GOT SOMETHING LEFT TO LOVE [SharpTone Records]. 

VINDICTA Sign With Napalm Records

From the rumbles of an unnerving past emerge VINDICTA to rally their disciples, and Napalm Records steps up. After successfully playing first shows all over the world, the corpse-painted nuns have signed a contract with the Austrian label juggernaut. To celebrate the new alliance, the modern melodic metal band releases its second-ever single, "IDOL(L)S." Led by hypnotic singer Lilith, the track is not only catchy, but continues their pompously lascivious imagery with its stunning video, alluring anyone to join their dark coven. This is a strife for vindication — this is VINDICTA.

VINDICTA about the signing:
''We're genuinely excited to be joining forces with Napalm Records and to have a team that believes in what we're creating. There's a lot behind VINDICTA, and we believe this alliance will provide the support to let our inner engine run at full force.''

Watch the Official Video for "IDOL(L)S" Below:

VINDICTA about "IDOL(L)S":
''And so the curtain rises on the acts of a larger theatrical narrative unfolding in our upcoming album. The spectacle takes a sinister turn. In this lifeless puppet show, we distract you. With the illusion of meaning, we zombify the audience, and we become your false masters. It's a self-ironic reflection of society, in which it hardly matters what the masters stand for, as long as the circus keeps going. So, let’s fucking entertain you.''

VINDICTA LIVE 2027:
FESTIVALS:

7/3 — Oschersleben, DE — Rock & Metal Day'z
7/10 — Vizovice, CZ — Masters of Rock
7/12 — Knislinge, SE — Time to Rock Festival
7/16 — Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT — Laurus Nobilis Music Fest

VINDICTA ARE:
Lilith — Vocals
Rusalka — Guitar
Lamia — Guitar
Medea — Bass
Kali — Drums